Experienced Production Supervisor - 2nd shift

Bernatellos Foods is a premium manufacturer and distributor of high quality frozen pizza brands with production facilities located in Waupaca and Kaukauna WI. We offer a competitive salary with a full benefits package including medical dental vision life insurance 401k with a generous employer match profit sharing paid time off tuition reimbursement and more. We take pride in offering our employees a safe and healthy work environment a strong culture built on trust and respect and a place where teamwork and innovation matter. If you are looking for a lasting career at a family owned and operated company where the opportunities for growth are unlimited and your strengths are leveraged to make a difference then apply today!

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1^st Major Area of Responsibility Plant Operations Management

• Lead team members in daily manufacturing operations to ensure high standards of performance quality production and product & employee safety.
• Organize and communicate daily schedule monitor and coordinate activities in order to meet production requirements and resolve problems on issues with scheduling equipment quality safety and other production related matters.
• Manage performance by meeting or exceeding goals relative to cost overtime quality and consistency initiatives loss reduction safety morale and project implementations.
• Determine appropriate staffing needs and develop schedules that minimize and/or eliminate avoidable labor costs related to staffing shortages/overages.
• Review and analyze production and operating reports to resolve problems generate ideas and ensure smooth operation of assigned areas and report results to the management team.
• Responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and cleanliness of the work areas.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and quality programs (HACCP SQF) and assist in resolving food safety/defense issues.
• Develop and achieve understanding and results of performance indicators and metrics.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies and innovative ideas focused on appropriate areas such as: quality training and development processing changes and changes to structure or redesign.
• Collaborate with Maintenance personnel in conjunction with the Plant Manager relative to modifications of equipment and processes in order to improve production and quality.
• Ensure all required documentation recordkeeping and reporting takes place as is required by law and/or regulatory agencies (i.e. OSHA USDA FDA SQF etc.). Respond to requests and work with these agencies as required.

2^nd Major Area of Responsibility Leadership

• Supervise hourly employees by means of coaching/mentoring training discipline performance management conflict resolution etc. while fostering a positive work environment that encourages teamwork pride and a continuous improvement mentality.
• Provide guidance to facilitate learning and growth enhance skills & knowledge and improve performance.
• Ensure employee compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Proactively address employee questions concerns or problems.
• Solicit feedback and recommendations related to procedures performance quality safety scheduling labor distribution cost savings initiatives and other functional information.
• Utilize the HRIS to monitor and approve employee time records. Approve requests for schedule alterations (such as PTO schedule changes etc.).
• Facilitate area meetings to keep employees informed on concerns and issues.
• Accountable for the culture of the area and showing support for the culture in all activities.
• Utilize the Disciplinary Due Process systems when necessary in partnership with Human Resources.
• Accountable for Employee Safety and other required training.
• Maintain Employee documentation for training safety job evaluations orientations etc.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Associates degree in related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

• Minimum 4 years of manufacturing work experience preferably in food manufacturing industry.
• Training and/or experience in management/ leadership.
• HACCP and SQF training preferred.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Capable of performing all production tasks to ensure operational coverage when needed.
• Exhibits strong leadership through clear communication active team engagement and prompt responsiveness.
• Demonstrates proficiency in computer systems essential to production and reporting.
• Maintains a high level of professionalism in all workplace interactions and responsibilities.
• Handles sensitive information with discretion ensuring strict confidentiality and compliance with company policies.

Required Experience:

Manager